Lady's Mantle Alchemilla mollis- Shade Garden Perennial, Ground Cover, Pollinator Attractor, Pet Safe, Container Friendly, Suitable for Borders & Cottage Gardens 2 Gallon
Lady's Mantle Alchemilla mollis- Shade Garden Perennial, Ground Cover, Pollinator Attractor, Pet Safe, Container Friendly, Suitable for Borders & Cottage Gardens 2 Gallon
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Lady's Mantle Alchemilla mollis
Description
Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla mollis) is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its soft, lobed green foliage and clusters of small, yellow-green flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and provides a lush ground cover in shaded or partially sunny gardens.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for border plantings, cottage gardens, and shade gardens. It can be used as ground cover, in mass plantings, or alongside other perennials to add texture and color.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Lady's Mantle Alchemilla mollis -
Common Name: Lady's Mantle -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 12-18 inches in height with a similar spread -
Hardiness Zones: 3-7 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous, lobed, soft-textured leaves -
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Part Shade to Full Shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with shade -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: Yes -
Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, astilbe
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained, moist soil with partial to full shade. -
Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist soil but tolerates slight dryness once established -
Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained soil -
Humidity: Moderate to high humidity beneficial -
Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged foliage in early spring to promote healthy growth -
Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots, minimal other winter needs -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery pot -
Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid waterlogging
